Because I'm John Sellmeyer

Truman and Ben are back, and this week they're trading in their usual topics for glitter, catchy hooks, and supernatural smackdowns as they review the hit animated movie, K-Pop Demon Hunters ! Get ready for an in-depth, spoiler-filled discussion on Netflix's latest obsession, where our hosts break down the best songs, the coolest choreography, and whether this demon-slaying K-pop girl grou...

Rear Window: The Perfect Play with a Camera (9.6/10 Windows) Join us as we revisit Alfred Hitchcock’s 1954 masterpiece, Rear Window , and examine how the film uses one of the simplest settings in cinematic history to create paralyzing suspense. We discuss how the Greenwich Village courtyard becomes a live theatre stage, with the neighbors as the unwitting cast, drawing parallels to the brilliant s...

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Description: (SPOILER-FREE FIRST HALF! 😈) Five strangers. One elevator. One of them is the Devil. Join us as we step inside the claustrophobic world of Devil (2010) , the hit supernatural thriller based on a story by M. Night Shyamalan. We break down the incredible high-concept plot , the suspenseful direction by John Erick Dowdle , and the tense performances from actors like Chris Messina and Je...

Hello everyone, and welcome to a very off-track (as usual) episode of Because I'm John Sellmeyer! John and Alondra kick off this October horror review series with the 2014 vampire action film, Dracula Untold ! In this episode, we dive into the question: Can the world's most famous vampire be a sympathetic action hero? Alondra, a fan of the "sparkly like diamonds" variety, offers...

Welcome to the 10th episode in 10 days! It’s been chaotic, but we’re here, and today, we're diving into a very special treat: Lucio Fulci's 1981 horror masterpiece, The Beyond . After covering everything from weapons and heretic to sinners Plus (and that one lame one, The Carnival ), host John Meyer is ready to discuss the ultimate campy, gory, old-school horror flick. This movie, starring...

What happens when you take away everyone’s phones, drop them in the woods, and throw in a generic slasher? You get Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020). A movie that tries to be scary but mostly just checks boxes on the “teen horror” worksheet. In this episode, John breaks down why this film is more stale marshmallow than spine-chiller, compares the premise to his old Catholic youth group ret...

Episode Title: Imaginary Friends, Creepy Kids, and the Horror Film "Z" (2019) Description: Join John Sellmeyer on Because I'm John Sellmeyer as he dives into the unsettling world of scary imaginary friends, focusing on the 2019 horror film Z . John reviews the movie, where a young boy's (Joshua, played by Jett Klyne ) new imaginary friend, Z , turns sinister and destructive, forc...

Get ready for a deep dive into Arcadian (2024), the latest action and horror film starring Nicolas Cage ! In this episode, we break down the post-apocalyptic thriller that has the internet buzzing. Beyond the iconic Cage, the film features a great cast including Jaeden Martell (who you'll recognize from It !), Maxwell Jenkins , and Sadie Soverall . Imagine a world ravaged by disaster, where a fath...

Because I'm John Sellmeyer Podcast: 'WEAPONS' Review & Taylor Swift's New Era On this very spooky (and surprisingly domestic) October 6th episode, John and Alondra dive deep into the must-see horror mystery that has the whole town talking: WEAPONS ! 🎬 HORROR MOVIE REVIEW: Get the full breakdown on Zach Cregger's (of Barbarian fame) chilling new thriller, Weapons . Hear Joh...

The V/H/S horror anthology series is back with V/H/S/ Halloween (2025), and host John Sellmeyer is ready to spill the candy corn. He was excited, armed with a Shudder free trial, but the viewing quickly turned sour. In this episode, John takes a deep dive into each of the new short films—from teens who mess with the wrong trick-or-treating house in "Coochie Coochie Coo" to partygoers who...

This week, John takes a trip back to 1981 to review the slasher classic, The Funhouse . Does this tale of rebellious teens trapped in a trashy carnival stand the test of time? John breaks down the incredible set design and unique, Tarantino-esque camera shots that clash with forgettable villains and a plot that sometimes drags. Find out why this retro horror film earns a ?/10 rating. Keywords: The...

Episode Title: Day 3: Heretic (2024) - Belief, Disbelief, and Blueberry Pie Episode Summary: For Day 3 of his "31 Horror Movies in 31 Days" challenge, John Sellmeyer reviews the 2024 psychological horror film Heretic , directed by Scott Beck and Brian Woods. The film stars Hugh Grant as a mysterious man who ensnares two Mormon missionaries (played by Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East) in a terrifying...

Episode Title: Day 2: Speak No Evil (2024) - The Midwestern Goodbye Genre Episode Summary: On the second installment of his "31 Horror Movies in 31 Days" challenge, host John Sellmeyer dives into the 2024 American psychological thriller Speak No Evil . A remake of the 2022 Danish-Dutch film, this version is directed by James Watkins and stars James McAvoy, McKenzie Davis, and Scoot McNar...

Title: 31 Days of Horror: Day 1 - Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" & Unexpected Steak Description: It's October 1st, and the annual 31 Days of Horror challenge is officially underway! For his first-ever viewing, John sinks his teeth into Sinners , the 2025 supernatural horror film from director Ryan Coogler. Join John as he pulls up a chair in the Mississippi Delta of 1930's to review this stunning bl...

Hosts John Sellmeyer and Alondra review the movie Superman (2025). DC Hero Preferences The hosts start by discussing their favorite DC heroes. Alondra chooses Batman, having grown up watching his movies, while John's favorite is The Flash, stemming from an old video game. He also expresses his liking for the new Green Lantern actor, despite never having seen the widely panned Ryan Reynolds film. M...

Because I'm John Sellmeyer: The Ultimate 31-Day October Horror Movie Challenge Welcome to the special Halloween episode of "Because I'm John Sellmeyer," where I'm joined by my amazing wife to curate the ultimate 31-day horror movie marathon for October! We dive deep into a list of 31 terrifying and spooktacular films, dissecting everything from childhood scares to psychologic...

Hey ya'll! I have been working for a few months to try and save this audio. This is the best I could do!! It was great talking with Joey, and I hope ya'll enjoy the conversation. We give a historical perspective on Presidents including Trump, Obama, FDR, Kennedy, and Truman! Plus, we talk about the gulag archipelago! Plus, college shenanigans! Please enjoy!

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:12 Reese's Return and Friendship History00:54 Casual Conversation and Sleep Habits02:21 Discussing Horror Movies02:59 Friday the 13th Series Overview06:47 Friday the 13th Part 1: Plot and Analysis11:42 Friday the 13th Part 2: Improvements and Killer Reveal18:04 Friday the 13th Part 3: 3D Gimmicks and Hockey Mask23:15 Friday the 13th Part 4: The Final Chapter3...

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Summary In this engaging podcast episode, John and Alondra Sellmeyer dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), discussing their top 10 MCU films, exploring rankings, and sharing personal insights on various characters and storylines. They touch on the impact of films like Black Panther and Avengers: Endgame, while also debating the merits of different superhero portrayals. The conversation is...

In this special episode of Because I’m John Sellmeyer , the host steps away from the usual lighthearted interviews and takes listeners on a thoughtful journey through two symbolic landscapes: the sun-scorched deserts of the Middle East and the icy expanse of the former Soviet Union. We explore how the Middle East—birthplace of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—became a region where belief is not ju...

In this wild and entertaining episode, Joey dives into the world of boar hunting, sharing his hands-on experiences hunting and tracking one of Texas’s most notorious troublemakers. We talk about the surprising speed at which wild boars can reproduce—spoiler: a single sow can have multiple litters a year with up to 12 piglets each—leading to major overpopulation and serious damage to the land. That...

Tune in for an action-packed episode as we dive deep into the world of action heroes and iconic films! This week, we're sharing our top picks for ultimate cinematic tough guys, sparking a lively debate about classic movie twists and unforgettable fight scenes. We revisit the legendary Bruce Willis , whose reign in the Die Hard franchise solidified his place as a fan favorite. We break down the...